N261WR

The airframe bearing registration N261WR is a 1997-built example of the Cessna 560 Citation Ultra, serial number 560-0447, manufactured by Cessna. It is owned by W.R. MEADOWS INC, a corporate operator based in Hampshire, Illinois, United States, and is registered in the US civil registry. Public records indicate standard corporate operation and current valuation at $2,000,000; specific recent registry actions or historical transfers are Not published. The aircraft is categorized as a fixed-wing multi-engine business jet configured for executive transport and company use.

This airframe is typically operated from its corporate base in Hampshire, Illinois, supporting short- to medium-haul business missions consistent with its 1,960 nm range and 430 kt cruise speed. The cabin is laid out for up to 11 occupants in an executive configuration, reflecting its role as a corporate transport rather than high-density commuter use. Avionics fit and specific interior amenities for this individual airframe are not published; maintenance and operational oversight are generally conducted to corporate aircraft standards under its US registration. Given its age (constructed in 1997) and valuation at $2,000,000, lifecycle maintenance and component overhaul cycles are notable considerations for continued reliability and regulatory compliance.

The Cessna 560 Citation Ultra occupies the light jet segment where owners prioritize efficient short-medium range missions with modest operating costs and access to smaller airfields up to 45,000 ft. Competing models in this performance niche include other late-model light business jets offering similar cruise speeds near 430 kts and comparable ranges. For purchasers or charter operators evaluating a 1997-built airframe such as N261WR, common considerations include remaining time on life-limited components, avionics upgrade needs, and the resale market where provenance, maintenance records, and operator usage strongly influence valuation around $2,000,000.